Daniel Farke Previews QPR Match, Addresses Player Form, and Coaching Philosophy

Daniel Farke, the manager of Leeds United, addressed the media ahead of his team’s Championship fixture against QPR, scheduled for Saturday at Elland Road at 15:00 GMT. He shared the following remarks: Regarding player fitness, Farke confirmed that no new injury concerns have emerged following Wednesday’s 1-0 loss to Millwall. He stated: “It seems like most of the players came through the game without major injury. There are one or two knocks and some tired legs. We have to see how they recover over the next 48 hours to be ready again in order to make some late decisions if we have to change it or mix it up. It seems like all the players who were with us will be available.” When questioned about his commitment to his tactical principles despite accusations of inflexibility, the Leeds manager responded: “You can’t be like a flag in the wind. You have to stick to what you believe in. Just because you don’t win a game doesn’t mean you suddenly go to 4-4-2 and stick the ball up front. That’s not us, nor the habits we work upon. You work over a season and good managers over years to develop a game.” Farke also discussed Brenden Aaronson, identifying him as the most diligent player on the field during the Millwall match, yet noting specific areas for enhancement. He commented: “Shooting – I want my number 10 to be with better concentration. Not shoot at the centre of the goal but choose one corner. Be convinced and a bit more tidy in the finishing. This is something he can definitely improve.” Farke further elaborated: “Also out of good intention he has so much energy, he has the intention to run a bit too much instead of waiting for the moment when the ball comes to him, let the opponent shift, then receive the ball in a much better position. If you play football with the pulse at 100 it’s always difficult to be calm and composed in the moment. We are working on this but we don’t want to take his strengths like his energy away.”